Author: Vance Madrid

Freelance writer, lifestyle blogger, social media manager, events coordinator, scriptwriter, film buff, wanderlust and certified foodie. Zealous for a keyboard and new experiences, I wish to live and learn through my writing.

Pauleen Luna is still on cloud nine after their announcement last weekend of her pregnancy. The actress is currently 11 weeks pregnant on her first child with husband Vic Sotto. The couple officially confirmed Pauleen’s pregnancy on their noontime show, Eat Bulaga last Saturday, May 6. Pauleen turned to Instagram to share how happy she is and grateful to Bossing Vic. She even wrote a short but touching message to her husband Vic whom she says is ‘the best husband in the world.’ Pauleen said: “To my dear husband, who’s drowned me with his love and care, thank you for…

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International Kpop sensation Sandara Park swears she hasn’t had a boyfriend in years. She admits there were ‘mutual understanding’ and ‘almost there but without label’ relationship status with other guys, but none that she was ‘brave enough’ to take to the next level. At the hype of her 2NE1 days, the hugely popular K-Pop girl group that disbanded in 2016, Sandara says her contract stipulated that she’s not allowed to get into romantic relationships. “So I was like, ‘Okay, fine, no boyfriend!,” said Sandara. Now, she’s free to do anything she wants to do. But she says she still has…

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Piolo Pascual maybe one of the most eligible bachelors in the entertainment industry, but he doesn’t really want to rush for marriage. He’s looking forward to the day when he will be exchanging vows with one lucky woman. Although he’s not getting any younger, he says he’s taking his own sweet time. The actor, however, says that when he eventually settles down, he will not ask his would-be-wife to sign a prenuptial agreement. “That is offensive to both parties,” says the Christian actor. “When you talk about love and settling down, you don’t discuss about the eventuality of breaking up…

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Anne Curtis adds another feather to her cap after being featured recently on Vogue.com. In an article posted on the said site, Anne was lauded for being one of the most popular celebrity in the country with the most number of followers in social media. “Whether she’s uploading shots of herself relaxing in the latest Yeezy Boosts, giving fans a peek at her Gucci-filled wardrobe, or just grabbing a snack at Melbourne’s Flower Drum, Curtis merges fashion, beauty, and travel into one appealing package,” wrote Vogue fashion news writer Janelle Okwodu about Anne. The article also wrote about Anne’s journey…

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Former Star Circle Quest Season 1 grand winner, Hero Angeles makes a TV comeback this Saturday. Hero plays a transgender in a special mother’s day presentation of Maalaala Mo Kaya on ABS-CBN. Hashtag teen member Bugoy Carino co-stars Angeles in the episode directed by Dado Lumibao. In the said episode, Carino was teased because his parent is a transgender. Hero’s character would be someone who would do anything for his son, including denying his own identity. A former love team of international Korean pop sensation Sandara Park, the two starred in several movies together. Hero took a hiatus from showbiz…

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There have been talks that “Darna” will be Star Cinema’s official entry for the upcoming 2017 Metro Manila Film Festival. Kathryn Bernado is being considered to replace Angel Locsin as the main lead. If this were true, KathNiel fans will surely rejoice. And it’s going to be Kathryn’s biggest break to date, if ever it’ll push through. Kathryn has a lot of young supporters and with “Darna” as her solo launching movie, it promises to be a big hit and it will make Kathryn into another bankable star. Nothing is definite yet as of this time, ABS-CBN hasn’t named who…

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Actress Jodi Sta. Maria may be one of the most successful celebrity in the entertainment industry but she’s still bent on pursuing her childhood goal: she wants to become a doctor. A staunch believer in the importance of education, this 34-year-old mom is driven and goal-oriented and she will stop at nothing to be able to achieve her life-long goal of becoming a doctor of medicine. “It’s something na hindi ko nagawa ng diretso kasi I graduated in high school in 2010. And now, I’m pursuing another course and hopefully in two and a half years, matapos ko na siya,”…

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It’s been a year since sexy actress Solenn Heusaff married Argentine national Nico Bolzico. But Solenn says the baby plans had to be put on hold. The actress has her hands full with a lot of things lately. She also confirms that they seldom see each other because had respective things to look after. “Hindi ko na nga siya [Nico] nakikita. Ngayon nasa Cebu siya at nagsu-shooting,’ shared Solenn. Solenn enjoys showbiz so much and she considers herself lucky that her husband is very supportive in all her endeavours. “Okay lang. For the rest of my life naman ‘yan [having…

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The Unkabogable Phenomenal Box Office star Vice Ganda denies any romantic relationship with “My Dear Heart” lead actor Zanjoe Marudo and business partner/model Ervic Vijandre. He admits that Zanjoe had always been his “ultimate crush.” But he says there’s nothing more than admiration for the hunk actor. It will be recalled that it was Zanjoe who became Vice’s special guest in his valentine concert last February and he was also present during Vice’s post birthday celebration at Marco Polo Ortigas where he gave him a bouquet of flowers. Vice explains, “Galing sa team ko yung flowers. Nagkataon lang na nagkasabay…

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Despite her very hectic schedule, Liza Soberano says she’s planning to go back to school this June. She’s an incoming second year college student taking up marketing at the Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU). “To be able to go to school is a great privilege which should not be taken for granted. So excited to start another term,” she said. Soberano is supposedly under the school’s INNOVE Education Solution which allows her to study and complete her requirements following a special schedule and learning environment. But Liza says she wants to be a regular student. She plans…

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They have confirmed their breakup some months back but for some reason, TV hosts Robi Domingo and Gretchen Ho keep seeing each other—accidentally. Their work allows them to bump into each other every now and then. They’ve recently worked together during the Binibining Pilipinas beauty pageant where Robi  was a segment host while Gretchen was one of the judges. Robi was then asked for a message in the backstage in a challenge among the hosts, he chose a piggy bank and said, “I’m saving all my love for you.” Gretchen refused to comment whether the message was for her or…

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It seems that former Japanese adult video star Maria Ozawa has found love in the country. She’s seen dating former Pinoy Fear Factor contestant, model-actor and chef Jose Sarasola. It will be recalled that Ozawa once mentioned in her early interviews that she will be looking for a boyfriend in the country. She’s often seen hanging out at Sarasola’s owned bar called Jose’s Avenue 75 Sports Bar in Aguirre, Paranaque City. On their respective Instagram accounts, Ozawa and Sarasola posted photos that clearly confirm their relationship. Judging with pictures, they seemed to be such a sweet couple together. They also had…

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Comedy Queen Ai Ai Delas Alas feels so blessed after winning as Best Actress for the ASEAN International Film Festival & Awards (AIFFA) for her indie film “Area” which was held recently in Kuching City, Malaysia. The star of “Our Mighty Yaya” wrote on her Instagram account: “No words can express my happiness and being grateful for this prestigious award!” Aside from Ai Ai, director Louie Ignacio (who megged the said film) also won as Best Director. Unfortunately, Ai Ai wasn’t able to personally accept her award in Malaysia. So she turned to social media to thank all the people…

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Lotlot de Leon finally had her life-long dream realized when she reunited with her biological family in Jacksonville, Florida, USA. The actress shared her experience as well as photos of her bonding with her family on Instagram. She had yearned for this moment in the last 45 years of her existence. Her biological dad, Donald Lee Olson, sisters Dawn Olson Evans, Myria Olson Dufresne and Donna Olson Bennett were all present. Lotlot shared: “There are not enough words to express how happy I feel…To my sisters Ate Donna, Dawn, and Myria. Thank you for taking your time to see me.…

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Fans of Tom Rodriguez and Carla Abellana will be happy to note that they had something to look forward to come June. The reel and real couple are currently taping episodes of the romantic-comedy series entitled “I Heart Davao.” It’s going to be an eight episode featuring Tom and Carla to be supported by Benjamin Alves and the funny tandem of Betong Sumaya and Maey Bautista. “I Heart Davao” will be replacing “Meant To Be” on GMA 7 primetime.  Marlon Rivera directs this much awaited reunion of Tom and Carla. Tom had been in hiatus for months, recovering from mourning…

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Alden Richards and Dominic Roco became discovered they could be the best of friends after working in GMA 7 primetime TV series, “Destined To Be Yours.” The two actors became really close during the set. They even had a “bro code” that they follow now. It’s a term used by guys during courtship stage with girls. In fact, one of the bro codes that they’ve both agreed upon was never to fall for the same girl. In the vernacular, “Ang kay Pedro ay kay Pedro. Ang kay Juan ay kay Juan.” “Siyempre, ‘pag alam mo na sa kanya [Dominic], kahit…

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